Virginia whitewater, Roanoke River - South Fork

What parking place do you park at to get in? Parking place to get out for this trip? Could tubes work also? Says Ken Boyd

This run is great, but it is NOT in Bedford or Campbell county not even near. it starts in Mongomry county and flows into Roanoke county.use the put in at the Dixie Caverns wayside on Rt. 11. there are several take outs you can use, the river is next to the road in several places. Says Kurt

The starting

point is not too far from Roanoke, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if

you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The nature scenery of Virginia and the water flowing gracefully down Roanoke River - South Fork will make you feel great. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here. The beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is

a great plus for this river. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The Shawsville to Roanoke River section of Roanoke
River - South Fork in Virginia is 8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II section. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This stretch has has enough mileage, you can easily
run it on an afternoon. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots.

Briefly about the general area: While you're here at Roanoke River - South Fork you will meet lots of folks from close by Elliston; Seneca Hollow is in the vicinity, and is a pleasant place.